Police investigate sexual assault

Detectives from the Transit Crime Investigation Unit are appealing for information after a woman was sexually assaulted on public transport last month, Victoria Police say.

A man sat next to the woman and sexually assaulted her on a CBD-bound tram from St Kilda on December 18, about 7am.

The man disembarked the tram near Bourke Street Mall.

He is perceived to be between 25 and 30 years old, 170cm tall, thin build, brown eyes and black hair

He has a gap in front teeth and was carrying clothing and a pair of shoes in his hands.

Investigators have released a facial composite of a man on the St Kilda tram who they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.

Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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